Celtic fans criticize Monday evening flag unfurling schedule

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Celtic fans criticize Monday evening flag unfurling schedule

Summary

On Monday, August 3, Celtic will unfurl their Scottish Premiership champions flag at 7:30 PM amidst criticism from fans. Supporters argue that the scheduling is disrespectful, with many calling for a return to traditional practices, such as having the champions kick off the season. The unfurling coincides with a Commonwealth cycling event, leading to suggestions of delaying the season start by a week for a more suitable time. Fans express disappointment over perceived sensitivities toward Celtic's status and traditions in scheduling decisions made by the SPFL and SFA.

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Key Details

•Celtic's flag unfurling set for Monday, August 3, at 7:30 PM.
•Fans criticize the scheduling as disrespectful to champions.
•Many favor a return to traditional season opener practices.
•Conflict with Commonwealth cycling event complicates plans.
•Concerns expressed over SPFL and SFA scheduling decisions.

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10:23 AMYahoo Sports — Flag day on Monday evening 'ridiculous' - fans on Celtic fixtures

What they're saying

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Tom: As usual whatever disadvantage the SPFL and SFA can create for Celtic , you can be sure they will do so... ridiculous. Edward: Is this another snub to Celtic fans/the board, dragging their heels on Martin O'Neill's on the backroom staff and on-field talent like Iheanacho and Oxlade-Chamberlain being left unaware of their futures? Now on a Monday night at 7:30 pm, Celtic fans are being asked to turn up for the unfurling of a league flag that, through unity, the team managed to get over the line.
— Yahoo Sports

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